Hiking 101 - The Essential Hiking Gear List for 2019 (PLUS Hiking Packing List Printable) | Hiking doesn’t need to be overwhelming, but I am also a big fan of making sure I am ready for the worst case scenario. In this post I've created a comprehensive hiking packing list for essential hiking gear. Refer to this list each time you hike and you will be prepared for almost anything! Post includes free gear list printable for easy reference. | shedreamsofalpine.com

How to Wash a Down Jacket Properly So That You Don't Ruin It! | Washing your prized and beloved down jacket doesn’t need to be a scary task and doesn’t take a lot of special supplies or equipment. Just be sure to follow these simple steps to make sure your jacket is restored to its natural fluffiness once it has been washed and dried! | shedreamsofalpine.com

The Ultimate 3-5 Day Backpacking Packing List for 2019 (+ Backpacking Checklist PDF ) | Don’t hit the trails without double checking if you have all the backpacking gear you need. This backpacking checklist goes over everything you might need on a 3-5 day backpacking trip (with a printable checklist), plus my personal recommendations on the best gear for each of the different items. | shedreamsofalpine.com

The Essential Havasu Falls Packing List | Hiking into Havasu Falls is on of the best ways to experience this trail and the Havasu waterfalls. Make sure you have the right backpacking gear essentials with you for this beautiful backpacking and camping trip in Arizona! Post includes free Havasupai packing list printable for easy reference. | shedreamsofalpine.com

21 of the Best Gifts for Backpackers | The holiday's are fast approaching and so I decided to put together a gift guide for those in your life that love backpacking based on products that I love. These gifts are perfect for the avid backpacker in your life, or even for yourself. From water filters to GPS App subscriptions, these are all great products that I can personally vouch for. You won't go wrong with any of these gifts, I love them! | shedreamsofalpine.com

37 of the Best Gifts for Hikers | The holiday's are fast approaching and so I decided to put together a gift guide based on products that I love. These gifts are perfect for the avid hiker in your life, or even for yourself. From sleeping pads to gear patches, these are all great products that I can personally vouch for. You won't go wrong with any of these gifts, I love them! | shedreamsofalpine.com

Field Testing the PackPillow Backpacking Pillow | If you're looking for a new solution to sleep comfort when you are out backpacking, there is a new lightweight option on the market called the PackPillow. I took the product with me on a backpacking trip and give you a detailed gear review and my overall opinion of the product in my field tested report. Come see if it is a good fit for you! | shedreamsofalpine.com